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Off-Road Parks in North Dakota

Ride 8 parks across North Dakota. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

Theodore Roosevelt badlands, the Missouri Coteau, and the Red River Valley.

Updated August 17, 2026

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Off-Road Parks in North Dakota by Google rating

Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across the 4 of 8 parks in North Dakota with 10 or more Google reviews.

Park	City	Vehicles	Rating
Mandan Motocross	Mandan	Dirt Bike	5.013 Google reviews
Vinnie's Mud Bog	Hankinson	ATV, Dirt Bike, SxS / UTV	4.960 Google reviews
Pembina Gorge SRA OHV	Walhalla	ATV, SxS / UTV	4.837 Google reviews
Kimball Bottoms OHV Area	Bismarck	ATV, Dirt Bike, SxS / UTV	4.623 Google reviews

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De Fort Motocross Track

Williston, ND5.0(9)

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De Fort Motocross Track is a motocross track in Williston, ND. Dirt bike riding. Rated 5.0 by 9 reviews.

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Kimball Bottoms OHV Area

Bismarck, ND4.6(23)

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Kimball Bottoms OHV Area is a 410-acre Army Corps of Engineers off-highway vehicle facility along the Missouri River downstream of Garrison Dam in McLean County, North Dakota, within the Lake…

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Mandan Motocross

Mandan, ND5.0(13)

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Mandan Motocross is a motocross track in Mandan, ND. Dirt bike riding. Rated 5.0 by 13 reviews.

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Pembina Gorge SRA OHV

Walhalla, ND4.8(37)

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Pembina Gorge State Recreation Area OHV Trail System offers over 16 miles of designated OHV trails within the 2,800-acre Pembina Gorge in Cavalier County, far northeast North Dakota near the…

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Roughrider OHV Trail

Roughrider OHV Trail is a 16-to-22-mile designated off-highway vehicle trail within Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park in Morton County, south of Mandan across the Missouri River from Bismarck, North…

Roughrider OHV Trail Mandan to Fort Rice

Fort Rice, ND

Roughrider OHV Trail Mandan to Fort Rice is an off-road riding area in Fort Rice, ND. ATV, dirt bike and SxS / UTV riding.

Turtle Mountain SRA OHV

Bottineau, ND3.0(2)

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Turtle Mountain State Recreation Area OHV Trail System provides approximately 12 miles of designated trails through the Turtle Mountain Plateau in Rolette County near Bottineau, in north-central…

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Vinnie's Mud Bog

Hankinson, ND4.9(60)

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Vinnie's Mud Bog is an off-road riding area in Hankinson, ND. ATV, dirt bike and SxS / UTV riding. Rated 4.9 by 60 reviews.

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About North Dakota

Flat prairie state? Not where it counts. Western North Dakota drops into the Badlands, and the riding inside the Little Missouri National Grassland gets serious fast: eroded buttes, steep grades, and trails tracing the Little Missouri River through country that looks carved rather than grown. Head east and the land relaxes into rolling hills and pockets of forest, so ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, and 4x4 trucks all find ground that suits them. What the whole state shares is emptiness of the good kind: you can ride here all day and have the horizon to yourself.

The dirt itself does the sorting. Badlands trails run over clay, shale, and sandstone: grippy and fast when dry, nearly unrideable when wet, with the scenery earning every mile either way. Eastward, the country opens into prairie and national grasslands like the Sheyenne, where routes weave through wooded stretches and across open fields. Between the two you can find most of the spectrum, from technical rock work to dirt tracks made for covering ground.

The trail network leans on national grasslands and recreation areas more than dedicated OHV parks, and on a riding community that takes land stewardship personally. Medora, sitting at the gate of Theodore Roosevelt National Park's South Unit, makes a natural base for Badlands trips: fuel, food, and a bit of local color after a day in the dirt. Read the season before you commit, though: the same trail can be a dust ribbon in July and buried under snow by December.

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When to ride in North Dakota

May through October.

Quick facts

Trails mapped: 317
Parks listed: 8
Best season: May through October

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Know before you go in North Dakota

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

OHV Registration
All off-highway vehicles (OHVs) operated on public lands or trails in North Dakota must be registered with the North Dakota Department of Transportation (a two-year registration). This includes ATVs, UTVs, and dirt bikes. The registration fee helps fund trail maintenance and development.
Age and Safety Training Requirements
To ride on public land, operators under 16 must hold a driver's license, learner's permit, or OHV safety certificate; those aged 12 to 15 without a license or permit must complete an approved OHV safety course to earn that certificate. Children under 12 may not operate on public land at all, they are limited to land owned by a parent or guardian. North Dakota sets no engine-displacement limits based on rider age.
Helmet Use
All OHV operators and passengers under the age of 18 are required to wear a properly fitted, DOT-approved helmet when riding on public lands. While not legally mandated for adults, wearing a helmet is strongly recommended for all riders for safety.
Spark Arrestor and Muffler
Every OHV operated in North Dakota must be equipped with a U.S. Forest Service-approved spark arrestor that is in good working condition. Additionally, all OHVs must have an effective muffler system that limits engine noise to acceptable levels, typically 96 decibels or less.

01Where are the best places to ride OHVs in North Dakota?

The western Badlands, hands down, the Little Missouri National Grassland holds the state's biggest and most challenging trail network. For something different, the Sheyenne National Grassland in the southeast runs through sandy forests and open prairie.

02Do I need a special permit or registration for my OHV in North Dakota?

Yes. Every OHV (ATV, UTV, or dirt bike), ridden on public lands or designated trails must be registered with the North Dakota Department of Transportation, a two-year registration, with the decal displayed on the machine.

03Are there any age restrictions for OHV riders in North Dakota?

Yes. Operators under 16 generally need to complete an approved OHV safety course, riders under 12 can't operate on public land at all, only on land a parent or guardian owns, and everyone under 18 has to wear a helmet.

04What kind of terrain can I expect when off-roading in North Dakota?

Two different worlds. The western Badlands ride over clay, shale, and sandstone through eroded, dramatic country. East of there, the Sheyenne National Grassland and similar areas offer sandy, wooded, prairie-style trails, everything from technical climbs to open dirt.

05Can I ride my OHV on public roads in North Dakota?

Generally no. OHVs stay off public roads and highways except for narrow exceptions, crossing at a 90-degree angle, or riding a specifically designated route. Check state law and local ordinances before touching pavement.

06Are there specific equipment requirements for OHVs in North Dakota?

Yes. You need a U.S. Forest Service-approved spark arrestor in working condition and an effective muffler keeping noise within state limits, typically 96 decibels or less. Riding after dark adds headlights and taillights to the list.

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